Doggett's Coat & Badge, Southbank, SE1

Nicholsons pub over four levels housed in a nasty concrete building overlooking the Thames. Seating only (technically) available on bottom floor for regular punters – the one above is for diners only and the two above that are available for hire so scenic views are pretty unattainable if you’re a pleb – even the outside seating has a wall in front of it, blocking the view. The downstairs bar is a classic Nicholsons-by-numbers dark wood faux-Victoriana effort with a large seating area towards the rear. 10 handpumps, dispensing five ales – my Thornbridge Ashford (£3.60!) was poor and the bar staff fairly witless. This one is a croc and is best left to those with more money than sense - the Founders Arms is a better riverside location within the vicinity.

Very much agree with the comments below but a great view of the heavy snow fall over the Thames this ear Late November evening. big improvement from my last visit nine years ago with 8 guest ales on hand pull with a very nice pint of York Centurians Ghost. Will be back again especially when the new South entrance of the rebuilt Blackfriars station opens.

Randomness Guide to London - Doggett's entry

Randomness Guide to London - Doggett's entry